Get Your Home Ready To Sell Edge, mow and fertilize the lawn. Reseed sparse areas. Trim hedges, weed lawns and flowerbeds, and prune trees. Cut back overgrown shrubbery. Reseal cracks in foundation, steps, walkways, walls and patios. Power-wash the exterior. Clean and align gutters and downspouts; clean the chimney. Remove oil stains from driveway and garage. Keep walks and driveway swept or free of ice. Wash the windows inside and out. Hire a cleaning service to thoroughly clean the interior. Paint the walls and ceilings off white or beige. Repair cracks, holes and damage to plaster, wallboard, wallpaper, paint, and tiles. Replace damaged window panes, moldings and woodwork. Repair drippy …